larry_s_taco Posted August 24, 2018 #1 Share Posted August 24, 2018 We are sailing on the Zuiderdam in December. I've heard rumors that HAL is doing away with the evening shows. We've heard rumors that HAL is doing away with the evening entertainment in the theater. Is this true? I know the shows can be hokey at times, but overall, we have seen some very good ones. We've seen some very good magicians, aerialists, and one that particular stands out was a Cirque du Soleil type of act. We really hope that they keep the shows. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CruiserBruce Posted August 24, 2018 #2 Share Posted August 24, 2018 The rumor is not true. Maybe a little more mixing of the types of entertainment...for the better, IMHO, but not eliminating at all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iflyrc5 Posted August 25, 2018 #3 Share Posted August 25, 2018 I think that might be happening on the Maasdam after it become the explorer ship. They are going to be doing more local port entertainment from what I have heard. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fatcat04 Posted August 25, 2018 #4 Share Posted August 25, 2018 I think that might be happening on the Maasdam after it become the explorer ship. They are going to be doing more local port entertainment from what I have heard. Yes, I am really hoping some of our CCers will report back on the changes when she switches over to explorer cruises at the beginning if next month. We love Maasdam and wish her and all those who sail on her all the best. She is a lovely ship we have enjoyed much. But yes, I would assume she would be the only one who would change significantly. We are really looking forwards to seeing what HAL has in store for us in Feb but we are easy to please. BB Kings alone will probably do us just fine. :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
penguinscott Posted August 25, 2018 #5 Share Posted August 25, 2018 I usually find the entertainers very talented, but dealing with lack luster scripts. I'd love to see more local entertainment and I always enjoy the comedians. I always critique entertainment, and will do so after my Oct 21 cruise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
syesmar Posted August 25, 2018 #6 Share Posted August 25, 2018 A discussion about changes, with some clarification, is also on this recent Thread: https://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=2638118 Happy Sailing! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mcrcruiser Posted August 25, 2018 #7 Share Posted August 25, 2018 A good part of why we cruise is to be entertained . If HAL cut out or cut back on the shows ,we would choose another cruise line that fit our wants best :confused: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
larry_s_taco Posted August 25, 2018 Author #8 Share Posted August 25, 2018 There was a lot of information posted. Thanks to everyone who responded. I thought that I would post the link that appears on the other post similar to this one. https://www.rwsnyc.com/auditions/ This is information from the new entertainment company that has HAL's contracts. It is for those who want to apply for an audition for the new shows on HAL. Click on the tab on top of the page for "WORK", and then scroll down and click Holland America Line. There is a video of what the new shows are going to look like. It looks like they are offering a new type of show rather than eliminating them completely. I guess only time and experience will tell if they are as good or better than the old ones. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HUNKY Posted August 27, 2018 #9 Share Posted August 27, 2018 Larry...that video shows clips from Koningsdam, and are over two years old. Entertaining? Yes. Super incredible and worth paying extra for? No. I wish one cruise line would book real stars. Beyonce, Kenny Chesney, Taylor Swift, Adele, etc. The tickets would be expensive, but how awesome to see performers like that up close. For those faithful, long term HAL cruisers: Bob Dylan, Carole King, Elton John, etc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
corkpopr Posted August 27, 2018 #10 Share Posted August 27, 2018 :cool: cruise ship entertainment boring, we never waste our time. I'll be in the casino. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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